Call for Registration:professional Training in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)

Program Overview

Organizer: Data+ Rwanda

Dates: 4th – 24th May 2026

Duration: 3 weeks (Weekend Program)

Venue: UR CST Nyarugenge Campus, Kigali, Rwanda

Mode: Physical and Virtual Participation Available

Schedule: 09:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Registration Fee: 50,000 RWF

Certification

Certificates of Merit will be awarded upon successful completion of the training and capstone project.

Background and Rationale

In today's results-driven environment, organizations across the development, public, and private sectors face mounting pressure to demonstrate effectiveness, accountability, and impact. Programs are no longer assessed solely on the activities they deliver, but on the measurable and lasting changes they produce. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) has therefore become an indispensable function in modern programming, enabling organizations to track progress, generate credible evidence, and continuously improve their work.

Despite its recognized importance, a significant gap persists between the demand for MEL expertise and the availability of professionals with the requisite skills. Many practitioners engaged in program design and implementation lack formal, structured training in MEL. In practice, this translates into:

• Weakly articulated program logic
• Poorly defined indicators
• Inadequate monitoring systems
• Limited ability to commission or manage evaluations
• Underutilized evidence in organizational decision-making

Additionally, artificial intelligence is actively reshaping how MEL work gets done. Professionals are already using AI tools to process qualitative data, draft reports, and structure evidence narratives. This training integrates AI-informed practice to prepare participants for the evolving MEL landscape.